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Your Time to Live on Campus is NOW!

Make the most of your college experience by living where everything happens! From academic support to social events, campus housing offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community.

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Prospective Students

Learn more about living on campus as a First Year Freshman, Transfer, or Graduate Student.

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Stay Connected!

Stay connected with us on social media! Follow our Residence Life accounts for the latest updates, event announcements, and campus highlights. Don't miss out on important information and ways to engage with your community!

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Submit a Work Order

Use the “Room Work Orders” button if you're having issues with keys, electrical, plumbing, need a repair, or other maintenance performed that DOES NOT involve The Internet. The PDF contains instructions for submitting a request.

Instructions on how to fill out aRoom Work Order (pdf)

Use the “Technology Only” button if you're having issues with internet related problems. Just fill out the form and submit your order. These will be reviewed and submitted to UIS IT for work.

Residence Life Handbook

The Residence Life staff is dedicated and committed to providing you with a safe, clean living environment and developing an informed, responsible community. For questions not answered here, please contact your Resident Assistant or Resident Director; or visit, call, or email the Department of Residence Life in the Homer Butler Commons.

360 Virtual Campus Tour

Take a tour of the UIS Campus virtually! Learn more about the many exciting and fulfilling opportunities we offer our Prairie Stars.

Get a first-hand look at the Housing Options offered by the Department of Residence Life, check out ourvirtual tours!

Contact Us

Phone:
(217) 206-6190

Fax:
(217) 206-7821

Email:
reslife@uis.edu

Postal Mail:

Department of Residence Life Central Office University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza, MS HBC1
Springfield, Illinois 62703

Regular Academic Year and Holiday Hours

Visit ourContact page for more info and our main office hours of operation

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